Geography
A degree in geography is a great choice for someone who is curious about the world and wants to understand how people, places, and the environment are connected. It lets you explore topics like cities, climate, cultures, maps, and technology while building practical skills such as data analysis, problem‑solving, and critical thinking. Geography is hands‑on and flexible, often involving maps, real‑world case studies, and tools like GIS that are used in many careers. If you’re interested in sustainability, travel, community planning, environmental protection, or solving real‑world problems, a geography degree can help you turn curiosity about the world into meaningful and impactful opportunities.
While Highline doesn't offer a degree in Geography, the Associate in Arts DTA degree can help you transfer to a 4-year program.
Degree Option
Associate in Arts Direct Transfer AA-DTA
- Program Length: Two years for full-time students. (Full-time is 12 credits or more)
- Costs per year: $4,914 tuition and fees
Career
The Associate of Arts degree is designed to transfer you to a bachelor’s program in
Geography at a four-year college or university.
With a bachelor’s degree in geography, you can pursue careers in a variety of fields,
including sustainability, travel, community planning, and environmental protection.
The undergraduate geography degree is also excellent preparation for advanced degrees
in urban or regional planning, environmental science or environmental management,
GIS or geospatial science, or public policy.
After Highline College
The Associate of Arts degree is designed to transfer you to a bachelor’s program in geography at a four-year college or university.
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University of Washington
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Western Washington University
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